1. Brian Clemow. If it wasn't for a serious injury Clem would have played in the senior Australian side, I have no doubt. Joining us at 17 he was on another level to anyone, he could bat left handed, with a stump & still hit you out of the nets! Once broke the middle on his bat where a red ball shaped hole appeared, The rest of the bat was almost white.

2. Neville Wine.You had to work hard to get Nev out. A Boycott-esque batsmen he grafted for the runs but also had a great technique with lovely drives through the V. A great studier of the game, off the field he was always helping coach the other players & look for ways for them to improve. 3. Ian Johns.Destructive batting, tight medium pace bowling & a good pair of hands at slip. You knew if you over pitched to him as you’d be collecting the ball from ICI on Monday. He still is a great role model for all players young or otherwise & shows form is temporary but class is permanent. Has helped bring through many promising juniors into senior cricket & is a great ambassador for our club.4. Syl Oliver.Ex West Indies international Syl was still playing 1XI at 64. An incredible batsman & tight bowler, the great story of him ducking a bouncer from Cheshire’s opening bowler,“ You boy! You don’t bowl bouncer to me!! You do, I hit you there. 6 runs!” Sure enough, next ball is short. Bang. 6. “Hehehe, I told you boy, next time it’s over there. 6 Runs!” He is rumoured to have hit a 6 that hit the works whilst still going up!5. Chris Leech.I could have gone for either of his Sons but went for the original Leech instead. Small in height but big on power he could change the face of the game by absolutely destroying a bowler. Presentation nights aren't the same without a bag of Chris’ potatoes to win in the raffle.6. Mike Johns.Still a great batsman but some people might not know how good a bowler he was. Quick with a good armoury of different deliveries, at 16 he was netting with Lancs 1st team. As a batsman he dominates the crease & much like his Old Man dismisses anything over pitched, mostly to deep mid on boundary. The Anchorman in any Boat Race held in the bar he treats beers like he treats bad bowling. Bang, gone. Next…7. Phill Amatiello.OK, I'm sorry. It’s my fault he’s at our club. Going nowhere at Oakmere the shy, unassuming (yes it’s true) PA was convinced to come & play 3XI with me & my Dad. Naturally athletic, he was the first player I played with who really could be a specialist Gully fielder as he’d get you 2 catches & save 20 runs a game. His own worst critic he strives for perfection & works really hard at his game. Seeing his maiden 50 Vs Didsbury ranks in my favourite knocks.8. Geoff Sharp.Came to us from Northwich & we nicknamed him our ‘Pro Boy’. Behind the Hawaiian shirts & flip flops (regardless of weather) was a whole heap of banter which would make it genuinely hard to concentrate in the field. He always padded out 1st ball & the 2nd a run wherever it went, so be on your toes! My favourite memory is of him commenting on Paul Cunningham trying to bat out a draw. “ I can see the Guardian headline. Cunny Lingers”9. Paul Fish.This was a close call for my glove man but I've gone for Paul, a fantastic keeper & great reader of the game. Quick hands, particularly to balls down leg side he was also a fantastic coach. Still comes down to the Rec every now & then and you’d be wise to spend 10 mins talking to him as you still learn a lot from him.10. Tony Morris (c)My Old Man is really my first pick for this team. He took a failing 3XI & transformed them into a side that reached & competed in the 1st division, developing promising juniors into good senior cricketers. His gentle away swing was deceptively tricky & regularly got wickets and he could hold up an end with the bat or give it a whack if needed. “That one had to go!”11. Martin BurgessThere had to be an off spinner in there & I'm going for Martin. A consistent performer with subtle variations he had the spinners classic armoury of flight & guile. He was the biggest single influence on my technique as an off spinner.12th ManSo many to choose from… A young George Hackerman, James Cowell, Stuart Woodcock or Rob Jones but it has to be Chris Johns. He could tell his tales of sixes hit through holes in windows & deadly doosra’s, holding court in the bar.

Winnington Park CC celebrated the 2014 season with a Presentation Evening held at Winnington Rec on November 1st. Park players, friends and family enjoyed a buffet, a sports quiz and there was even a free pint for all the members of the 2nd XI team that won the T20 cup! The main reason everybody was there though was to see who would come away with this year's awards. See below for a full list of winners, all pictured with chairman Ian Johns - and a couple of special guests here and there!

1st XI Players' Player of the Year: Rob Begbie

Rob served an important role with both bat and ball for the first team in 2014, scoring 239 runs at an average of 14.94 whilst adding 24 wickets at an average of 22.29.

1st XI Batsman of the Year: Billy D'Arcy

Overseas Billy D'Arcy went back to Australia in September, but still managed to pick up his award before leaving, finishing the season with 543 runs at an average of 33.94, including four 50s and a century.

Tom earned the 1st XI Bowler of the Year award after picking up 27 wickets at an average of 13.41. His 5-37 in a crucial late season game away at Langley also earned him the Bowling Performance award.

2nd XI Players' Player of the Year: Alec Butcher2nd XI Batsman of the Year: Alec Butcher

2nd XI skipper Alec Butcher was another double-winner, his 443 runs at an average of 44.30 earned him the batting prize. Along with those performances with the bat, he also added 16 dismissals behind the stumps and captained the team to a third-place finish in the league and a T20 cup final victory.

2nd XI Bowler of the Year: James Hanson

The 2nd XI had five bowlers with an average under 15, but James came away with the award after picking up 32 wickets at 11.97.

3rd XI Players' Player of the Year: Luke Hunter

In an impressive first ever season of cricket, left-arm seamer Luke improved each week, finishing with eight wickets at 30.00 and establishing himself as the 3rd XI's opener.

3rd XI Batsman of the Year: Paul Morris

The skipper again finished the year as the team's best batsman, his 297 runs came at an average 42.43 with a top score of 94*.

Batting Performance of the Year: Sam Speak Ben Birchenall

The award was shared this year after Sam (59) and Ben (64) put on an opening partnership of well over 100, with each player scoring their maiden half-century.

Most Improved Player: Justin Andrews

After only being introduced to cricket in 2013, Justin has already cemented his place as a 3rd XI opening batsman as well as earning a number of 2nd XI call-ups.

Most Promising Player: Sam Speak

This award had been coming for some time for Sam, he earned it this season after a good year with the bat - including his first ever 50 - and making his 1st XI debut at just 16-years-old.

Club Person of the Year: Hazel Gething

Hazel is the linchpin to the Park's junior set up, providing invaluable help at matches and training. Her valiant efforts as the club's social and fundraising organiser also earned a lot of money for the Park.

Champagne Moment of the Year: Iain Connor

With the 2nd XI needing five runs from the final ball of the game to win the T20 Cup, Iain Connor smashed a huge six over long on. A moment that led to wild celebrations from players and fans alike, and one that will not be forgotten by anyone who was present.

There were two players who also picked up awards but were unable to attend the evening. Simon Barnes won the 3rd XI Bowler of the Year after he picked up 12 wickets at an average of 18.08, narrowly beating out his son Dan Barnes who finished level on wickets, but with a slightly worse average. Ashley Houghton also picked up the All-Round Performance of the Year in a 2nd XI game away at Langley when he took 4-47 from 15 overs, and also added 45 with the bat - snatching victory for the team from what looked like certain defeat after they had been 60-7 chasing 120.

Winnington Park's indoor team ended the season on a high by securing second place in the Vale Royal Indoor Cricket League with victory over Champions Alvanley.

The club set out with a clear goal for indoor cricket; to rotate the squad, and keep as many of the playing membership active through the winter. Mission accomplished; sixteen (16) players played indoor cricket this winter, with a breakdown of the number of games each has played below:

Although other clubs still have fixtures to complete, Winnington will finish in second place with a record of nine wins and five losses from their 14 fixtures. Following a difficult start to the season, with three defeats from their first three matches, the indoor team racked up seven wins in a row on their way to a second place finish. Captain/Organiser, James Hendry said; "I'm a huge advocate of indoor cricket, as it has a direct effect on a players form and fitness, and plays a major part in our winter training programme". He added; "It's been a successful season, not only with the results, but also the number of players who have participated. I'd like to thank all of you for your commitment, and I look forward to witnessing the benefits as we continue our winter training programme". These comments were echoed by Club Chairman Ian Johns; "This is brilliant for the club. The indoor team has been well led by Hendo and this is a good omen for the summer. With a balance of experienced senior cricketers and some promising juniors coming through, we're well placed for the season"The club would like to congratulate Alvanley Cricket Club who lost just four games in winning the Vale Royal Indoor Cricket League this year.